The Work Smart Club: Recent Episodes
Callan Watson
An interview-style podcast that speaks to professionals from all walks of life about their career path. From Business Owners, Directors and Heads of Department, to Managers, Freelancers, and individuals just dipping their toes into the world of work: where did it all start for the people that seem to be smashing life? And how did they manage to get to where they are today?
Do you ever think to yourself, what if? Should I have taken that risk and pursued the dream I had?
Or do you have an ambition and a fire in your belly to leap into the unknown and do something you really want to do?
I had the opportunity to sit down with Matthew and discuss how he felt about taking a leap of faith and becoming his own boss, and the journey to get there and why he made the decision!
Are you interested in management tips? Ever wondered how to manage challenging situations? Well, look no further!
Within this episode, I had the pleasure to talk to Lee about his biggest wins at work, also his most challenging moments, and figure out what he learnt from this!
We also discuss how Cancer within his family impacted his mood at work. It is always best to talk about your feelings, share how you feel, as it is becoming more obvious now days that men do not talk enough!
I got to hear a different side of Shuffle T in part 2. This is something he has never openly discussed in public! Imposter Syndrome has played a part throughout his career, and something he has learned to manage. You do not want to miss this!
https://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/blog/imposter-syndrome/
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Advanced-Rhyming-Dictionary-Multisyllabic-Rappers/dp/1786236680
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFd0eE4kldtNYGxYRwSGwQ
Shuffle T had an opportunity to talk to me about his desire to become an actor! We also spoke about his passion for writing and taking on board Robbie Williams advice to focus on one thing, which he now has! It is his new pannel show 'Sounds Like'
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFd0eE4kldtNYGxYRwSGwQ
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Advanced-Rhyming-Dictionary-Multisyllabic-Rappers/dp/1786236680
I got to see another side of Carl in part 2. The loss of his Nan started to affecting him a few years later when his work was bringing him down, There was a triggering point for him, and enough was enough. He admitted that he was lucky to be on the podcast today, as it could have gone in another direction, and not a positive one. You do not want to miss this!
Carl had an opportunity to talk to me about his East London routes, with his favorite meal being Pie and Mash! He also shared with me his passion to help other people and make sure they have the right tools to achieve!
Balance and consistency have been so important for him throughout his life, Something he still has to keep on track today, and has learnt to recognise if he is off his axes.
I had the opportunity to sit down with Ant, who started his journey learning about American Studies at Leicester University! Now, excelling in his current role as Associate Director of Brand! Enjoy! You don't want to miss this!
Cancer is something you don't expect in your early 20's! Mark was lucky to catch it at the right time and lives to tell the tale.
Asking to move his operation forward a couple of weeks, may have been the best question he has ever asked!
We talk about how he dealt with the diagnosis and what was happening in his life that kept him distracted, but what was hard for Mark to learn was the effect this had on others around him.
Inspirational career journey to be heard! Listen to Mark's positivity and strong attitude that got him to where he wants to be today!
Hopefully, you have had the chance to get to know Mitchell's work journey from A to B! If not, go check out part 1 first, it's not one to be missed! Within this episode, we dig a little deeper into who Mitchell is and what he was like growing up!
Listen to Mitchell as he tells us his story of becoming a self-employed Air Con Engineer. It was not always easy and there were some definite bumps in the road. He is doing an amazing job! He looks back at how he stuck to his guns and worked hard through college where he nearly dropped out, to be able to do what he does today. You won't want to miss some hilarious work stories at the end!
https://www.yell.com/biz/ml-air-conditioning-dover-10015074/
My first guest to make a debut on The Work Smart Club Podcast is my old manager, Nick Forbes. Nick currently works as a Multi-Channel Team Manager at leading travel extras company, Holiday Extras.
Listen to his journey throughout his career to find out how he became a Team Manager, and how his upbringing and character helps him today to put the best version of himself forward.
The Work Smart Club will be an interview-style podcast that speaks to professionals from all walks of life about their career path. From Business Owners, Directors and Heads of Department, to Managers, Freelancers, and individuals just dipping their toes into the world of work: where did it all start for the people that seem to be smashing life? And how did they manage to get to where they are today?
Come along on this exciting journey with me where I want to inspire those who may be stuck at a career crossroads and those who need a little sprinkle of motivation to take their next professional steps. Do we have to abandon our dreams or do we just need to change direction? Can the glass ceiling be broken?